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JET Tags:

August 28, 2026

7 New JET Tools That Make a Serious Shop More Affordable

7 New JET Tools That Make a Serious Shop More Affordable

If you work with JET tools, you know they’re worth every dime. Expensive? Yes. But they get the job done. Read More

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Makita Tags:

March 12, 2026

Makita's 36V Innovation: How the 18V X2 LXT System Changed Cordless Power Tools Forever

Makita's 36V Innovation: How the 18V X2 LXT System Changed Cordless Power Tools Forever

Most companies that hit on a winning formula play it safe. Makita didn't. When they launched the 18V LXT Lithium-Ion system in 2005, they created what would become the world's largest cordless tool platform. But instead of just cranking out more 18V tools, they asked a better question: what if we could double the voltage without forcing contractors to abandon their entire battery ecosystem? Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

March 11, 2026

Revisiting Milwaukee's Compact 2″ Planer Addition To The M12 System

Revisiting Milwaukee's Compact 2″ Planer Addition To The M12 System

Most guys look at a full-sized planer the same way they look at a blind date: necessary sometimes, but usually awkward, heavy, and guaranteed to make a mess. If you are trying to shave down a stubborn door or scribe a piece of hardwood, dragging out the corded behemoth feels like bringing a sledgehammer to a putting green. The Milwaukee M12 2" planer completely changed the game when it dropped, and it is exactly why we are circling back to it today. This is not some gimmicky toy for weekend warriors. It is a legitimate, job-site-ready problem solver built for ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

February 18, 2026

Comparing Power Tools: Why The Cordless Vs Corded Debate Matters For Your Next Job

Comparing Power Tools: Why The Cordless Vs Corded Debate Matters For Your Next Job

Here's something nobody tells you when you're staring at a wall of drills at the hardware store: the difference between cordless and corded isn't just about having a battery or not. It's about whether you'll finish that basement before your kid's graduation or still be halfway done when they bring their own kids over to visit. Read More

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CRAFTSMAN Tags:

February 13, 2026

New CRAFTSMAN V20 RP Brushless Hand Planer Drops (And It's Got Some Serious Upgrades)

New CRAFTSMAN V20 RP Brushless Hand Planer Drops (And It's Got Some Serious Upgrades)

Hand planers have been around since your grandpa was framing houses in the '70s. They haven't changed much. You grab one, you shave wood, you move on with your life. But occasionally, a tool comes along that makes you rethink what you thought you knew. The new CRAFTSMAN CMCW350B V20 RP Brushless Hand Planer isn't reinventing the wheel here; it's just making that wheel spin a whole lot faster and smoother than before. Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

February 4, 2026

The Essential Woodworking Tools Everyone Needs

The Essential Woodworking Tools Everyone Needs

Building your first woodworking toolkit is the first step in turning raw lumber into pro-grade results. If you are starting, the sheer number of tools available can be overwhelming. That’s why knowing what to buy first is key to building a functional workshop without wasting money. This guide, more specifically, covers the fundamental woodworking tools you need to form your shop’s foundation. Continue reading and learn more about the must-haves for measuring, cutting, assembling, and finishing your projects the right way. Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

January 30, 2026

Rewind: Why DeWalt’s Woodworking Lineup Remains the Undisputed Champ of the Shop

Rewind: Why DeWalt’s Woodworking Lineup Remains the Undisputed Champ of the Shop

Let’s be real for a second. We need to take a quick look back at October 2025, when DeWalt dropped a heavy reminder of why they sit at the head of the table. In a world full of cheap plastic and tools that quit before lunch, that release was a rallying cry for the guys out there busting their knuckles. It wasn’t just about saws and drills; it was about the vision. Read More

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Makita Tags:

January 21, 2026

Stop Settling For Junk: The Makita Flash Sale Is Your 24-Hour Ticket To The Big Leagues

Stop Settling For Junk: The Makita Flash Sale Is Your 24-Hour Ticket To The Big Leagues

Look, we need to have a serious conversation about your toolbox. If you’re still dragging around that rattling, underpowered drill you bought during a midlife crisis five years ago, you’re not just hurting your productivity, you’re hurting your reputation. Nobody wants to be the guy on the job site whose battery dies while everyone else is getting stuff done. It’s embarrassing, and frankly, you’re better than that. Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

January 26, 2023

Milwaukee Tool Adds Compact 2″ Planer to M12 System

Milwaukee Tool Adds Compact 2″ Planer to M12 System

Milwaukee Tool launches the M12™ Brushless 2″ Planer (2540-20), an addition to their M12™ System. The M12™ System provides trade-focused solutions fully compatible with M12™ REDLITHIUM™ batteries . The Brushless 2″ Planer delivers the power to plane and scribe soft hardwood in a compact, cordless design. The dual-sided shaving port allows direct shavings on either side of the tool, improving productivity. Users can make careful, accurate cuts with twenty-one depth settings ranging from 0 to 5/64. Read More

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